Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Bay of Ham
Bay of Ham — a natural feature in scotland islands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Bay of Ham is a named natural feature in scotland islands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
The Bay of Ham is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Islands. This scenic bay features rugged coastlines and is surrounded by a unique landscape typical of the region. Visitors can expect to observe diverse marine life and enjoy the area's natural beauty. The bay offers opportunities for coastal walks and wildlife spotting.
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- Coordinates
- 59.1739, -2.9655
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2PR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-11153580 (CC BY 4.0)
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Where to eat & stay near Bay of Ham
Places to stay
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📷 5
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📷 5Hostels · Scottish Islands
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Places to eat & drink
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bay of Ham?
- Bay of Ham is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2PR).
- What is Bay of Ham?
- Bay of Ham — a natural feature in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Bay of Ham?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2PR.
- How do I get to Bay of Ham?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2PR. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.